Author:
Griffeth, Rodger W., 1946-
Imprint:Thousand Oaks, Calif. : Sage Publications, c2001.
Descriptionviii, 278 p. : ill. ; 24 cm.
Bibliography Note:Includes bibliographical references (p. 249-267) and index.
Note:"Written by two professors of management, this practical guide to improving employee retention will interest human resource professionals, business leaders, students, and scholars. The book is well written and, although based on a variety of research studies regarding employee turnover, is easy to read and filled with useful insights and helpful suggestions. The nine chapters cover a range of topics, e.g., evaluating the costs of employee turnover, using strategies such as job enrichment, establishing realistic job previews, improving employee socialization and self-management, and using employee selection techniques to improve retention. The authors also cover the role of compensation practices in employee retention, how to manage exiting employees, and easing work-home conflicts. Finally, there are chapters on reducing turnover for minorities and women and using employee surveys to predict, diagnose, and reduce turnover. This work contains four appendixes, two sample surveys and related scoring information, a comprehensive list of employee turnover references, case studies from companies that have successfully retained personnel, and a useful summary of suggestions at the end of most chapters." -- Choice review
